New Beginnings

New Beginnings

Well I’m feeling pretty damn pleased with myself.  As I’m going to be away teaching in Grasmere next week, I’ve gone and got ahead of myself with planning for next term’s weekly classes at All Saints.  Regular readers (in my dreams) will know...

What’s in a Name?

I’ve been pondering this question recently,  in relation to my weekly Drawing & Painting classes. Those people who have been coming to them for a while will know that the content has evolved over time and I’m not sure that the name is still a good fit....
Studio Diary #1

Studio Diary #1

I’ve had a little flurry of commissions lately which has meant the opportunity to spend some concentrated time in my studio.  After lots of summer skiving, trying to chase down what little sunshine we’ve had, it’s been really enjoyable to get back...
What I did During Covid…

What I did During Covid…

After more than 2 years, Covid finally caught up with me last week.  I felt quite put out at being ejected from the ‘never had Covid’ club but I suppose it was bound to happen sooner or later.  Having had all my jabs, I was fortunate to only have a couple...
01625 Gallery

01625 Gallery

Introducing the 01625 Gallery – Macclesfield’s newest (and second smallest) art venue.  I was delighted to be asked by Lucie Fitzpatrick, brains behind The Dolls House Art Gallery, to be the first artist to exhibit at her new venture which re-purposes the...